Estimates the mortality of community-acquired pneumonia to help determine inpatient vs. outpatient treatment.
CURB-65 Pneumonia Severity Calculator
| Criterion | Question | Answer |
|---|---|---|
| C – Confusion | Is the patient confused? | |
| U – Urea | Is the urea > 7 mmol/L? | |
| R – Respiratory Rate | Is the respiratory rate ≥ 30/min? | |
| B – Blood Pressure | Is the systolic BP < 90 mmHg or diastolic BP ≤ 60 mmHg? | |
| 65 – Age | Is the age ≥ 65 years? |